Rush to the south begins: Padma Bridge ensures smooth Eid journey for millions

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Rush to the south begins: Padma Bridge ensures smooth Eid journey for millions

Published : Thursday, 5 June, 2025 at 11:42 AM, Count : 372

Rush to the south begins: Padma Bridge ensures smooth Eid journey for millions

As Eid-ul-Adha approaches, travellers from 21 districts of southern Bangladesh have begun their journey home through the Dhaka-Mawa Expressway, with the Padma Bridge once again proving to be a game changer for Eid travel.

Since last night (4 June), following the end of the last working day before Eid, traffic has steadily increased at the Munshiganj end of the expressway. By early this morning (5 June), long lines of vehicles were seen at the Mawa toll plaza, although movement remained smooth.

Despite minor delays at the toll booths, thousands of private cars, motorcycles and microbuses crossed the Padma Bridge without major disruption. Long-haul buses also moved steadily, as traffic police and bridge authorities worked together to keep the flow of vehicles uninterrupted.

While the highway was packed with eager holidaymakers, the atmosphere was calm, and commuters appeared satisfied with the journey so far. Unlike the days of ferry queues and weather-induced uncertainty, the Padma Bridge has turned the once-dreaded southbound Eid travel into a hassle-free experience.

Travellers expressed relief and joy over the improved journey.

"It used to take hours, sometimes a whole day, to cross the river during Eid. But now, it's just smooth driving," said Razin Hossain, who was travelling with his family to Madaripur.Padma Bridge authorities said they have taken additional measures to handle the Eid rush.

With the long weekend underway, the pressure on the expressway is expected to intensify throughout Thursday night and Friday. However, officials remain optimistic that the Padma Bridge will once again deliver a comfortable Eid journey for the people of southern Bangladesh.

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